Job Description

The Faircape Group constitutes a group of companies with interests in a number of activities including Healthcare, Retirement Holdings, Telecommunications, and an ISP, Utility Management and infrastructure installation, Property Management, and related activities.

The Faircape Group is currently looking for an Architectural Technologist to join our dynamic and innovative architectural team committed to delivering exceptional design solutions.

The successful incumbent will focus on the technical aspects of transforming conceptual designs into detailed construction documents. With predominantly focusing on housing renovations and upgrades to the group's retirement villages and healthcare centres.

We are currently seeking a skilled and motivated Architectural Technologist to join our team and contribute to the success of our projects.

If you are passionate about combining design creativity with technical precision, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical Drawing: Utilise advanced skills in AutoCAD to produce detailed and accurate architectural drawings and construction documents.
• Code Compliance: Ensure that architectural designs comply with local National building Regulations (understanding of the SANS10400 deemed to satisfy documents) , CoCT zoning regulations, and other relevant standards.
• Documentation: Ensure all relevant project documentation is captured, signed, stamped and submitted to the council. Ensure all project archiving is kept up to date.
• Construction Detailing: Create detailed construction drawings, specifications, and documentation for various project elements.
• Coordination with Team: Collaborate with relevant project stakeholders to integrate design concepts with technical requirements.
• Site Analysis: Participate in remote site analysis and evaluations to make informed design decisions and ensure practical feasibility.
• Quality Assurance: Implement and maintain quality assurance processes to ensure the accuracy and integrity of architectural documentation.
• Print Material: Produce large format prints and ensure that the plotter is kept in working order.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Architectural Technology or a related field.

Experience and Knowledge:

• Proven experience as an Architectural Technologist.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and other relevant design and drafting software.
• Strong knowledge of building codes, regulations, and construction standards.

Skills and Attributes:

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience working on residential projects.
• Experience working on healthcare projects (advantageous).
• Knowledge of council regulations and submissions (advantageous).
• Experience with Trimble SketchUp or 3D Drawing programs is a help but not essential.

Specific Requirements

• Clear health record
• Clear criminal record
• Clear credit record
• Contactable references
• Your Portfolio showcasing your work must be sent through with a minimum of 3 projects where you have dealt with residential developments, please elaborate on your involvement with those projects

We offer Barista produced coffee available all day to all our staff at Claremont.

Normal working hours are Mondays to Fridays from 08h00 until 17h00 with a 45 minute lunch break. The company allows employees, by approval of the direct manager, to work flexi time between 07h00 and 18h00.

With centrally located and modern offices just across from Cavendish in Claremont, Faircape offers a market-related salary from R25 000 Cost to Company per month. The amount offered will be dependent on qualifications, experience and other market related factors.

Should you not receive a response within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Faircape Group